This keyboard is an inexpensive split keyboard. We like the built-in palm rest although it's not padded. Generally comparable to Microsoft type split keyboards.

Gel palm rests are preferred over using foam or having the wrists on a hard surface of a desk. They can improve wrist posture, but can still lead to problems if they are over used especially if the cushion is more on the boney part of the wrist and not the palm.

We like this keyboard for it's adjustability and for it's quietness (court reporters love this feature!). Arrow keys, etc. are on the left which increases adjustment time, but can be beneficial for those with right hand dominant key needs. Lack of a ten key allows the mouse to be closer. The lack of integrated palm rests is something to be considered before purchasing though.

The Solution Platform has a great mechanism on it- easy to set turn knob tilt adjustment, low profile to all but eliminate knee knocks, and very stable. The 30 inch wide tray is great if needing multiple peripherals close by. The mechanism and slide attachment are all one piece, which makes installation a little harder than some others and when max tilted a standard mouse will ten to fall off the backside (a sticky clip is included to corral it though - we usually attach to teh underside of teh desk,but putting it on the tray itself is also an option.) Another note: always look and measure the underside of the desk to make sure which length of arm to get.

Maxim's have been a defacto standard among ergnomic split keyboards. Range of adjustability, removable wristrests that follow the angle of the keyboard, and lack of ten key to allow closer positioning of the mouse all make this a keyboard of choice.

Microsoft has once again improved their split keyboard with a cushioned built in palm rest and other special key functions that Microsoft is known for. The palm rest is not removable and it's not adjustable, but in its price range this is a keyboard that offers a lot of bang for the buck.

A nice inexpensive alternative if you need a separate ten key. This one is designed for laptops, so the USB cable is a bit short if your computer case is on the floor or otherwise not close to the keyboard. However, this can be solved with a USB hub or extension cord still saving money over a higher end ten key solution.